About Novus
Novus Behavior Associates LLC is dedicated to providing high quality behavior services based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in Littleton, CO and Greater Denver area. We provide in-home and in-community ABA services including consultation and direct ABA therapy for the assessment and treatment of problem behavior and skill deficits related to a variety of diagnoses. Relying on evidence-based outcomes, we believe every client has a right to the most effective and least restrictive treatment.
Our Philosophy Novus Behavior Associates strives to provide high quality, effective, and all-encompassing behavior therapy to all of our clients, regardless of age or diagnosis. We want to provide the client and all relevant stakeholders with the necessary skills and information for our clients to live the most fulfilling life possible. Through the application of ABA, we hope to help clients to start anew by providing skills that foster independence and inclusion.
We believe it is important to educate others that ABA is not just for young children with autism. ABA treatment can and has been applied to a wide range of social issues, problems, and populations. Our services are for children, adolescents, and adults, and we serve individuals with a variety of diagnoses including autism, intellectual disabilities, ADHD and those without a diagnosis.
As a small practice, our services are provided by behavior analysts and masters level technicians in the natural environment, wherever the need for services is greatest. At the onset of services, it is vital to assess each individual’s current level of functioning in this natural environment in order to create a highly individualized treatment plan and relevant programming. It is our belief that effective treatment cannot occur without collaboration, consultation and training amongst caregivers and other disciplines, as well as continuously evaluated data-based treatment decisions. As devoted practitioners with years of service in the field, it is our aim to never sacrifice services or our commitment to our clients for any reason.
About ABA
Applied Behavior Analysis is the scientific application of techniques and principles to bring about behavior change and teach new skills. ABA looks at the relationship between an individual and his or her environment to facilitate learning. By understanding this relationship, we can help modify the environment to maximize behavior change. This approach has been shown to be applicable for all learners across a wide variety of behaviors. For example, the principles of ABA have been applied to smoking cessation, weight loss, toilet training, behavior reduction, and language acquisition. Its principles have been successfully applied in kids, teens, and adults with all different diagnoses.
Our Services
We provide consultation and training for issues such as toileting, sleep disturbances, and classroom management by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Comprehensive behavioral assessments of current adaptive functioning skills including communication, social, and self-help skills
CCreation and modification of individualized treatment plans based upon results of the initial assessment. Training to caregivers and stakeholders in individualized treatments are conducted to ensure continuity of care
We provide quality remote supervision for BCBA’s and BCaBA’s, worldwide, looking for independent fieldwork supervision. It is our goal to ensure that highly skilled and competent BCBA’s continue to enter world of Applied Behavior Analysis through direct instruction and guidance.
Therapy provided to the client in skill acquisition and behavior reduction. Services occur wherever the need is greatest, whether it be in the community, at school, or at the home.
Resources
How can ABA be used for adults or older kids?
ABA is applicable for all learners. Studies have shown the success of ABA in adult populations and across a variety of diagnoses. It is not just for young kids that have been diagnosed with autism. For example, the principles of ABA have been successfully implemented with individuals with PTSD, OCD, and other co-morbid diagnoses. It has been used to teach toileting skills to adults and social skills to adolescents.
What is your service area?
We provide ABA services in the home and the community to individuals in the Greater Denver Area. This includes Littleton, Lakewood, Morrison, Thornton, Aurora, Castle Rock, and Denver Metro.
Do you accept insurance?
We do! We are currently in network with Anthem Blue Cross, Cigna, and ComPsych. We also provide services through HealthFirst Colorado and are an approved PASA for the DD and SLS Waiver. Please contact us to find out whether services would be covered under your plan.
How do we start?
A comprehensive behavior assessment will be completed with all new clients requesting ABA services. This assessment is vital in determining treatment recommendations including potential interventions and the scope (i.e., amount/duration of therapy) of services. To begin your assessment and for information regarding consultation and staff training only services, please contact us using the form below.
Resources
ABA and Insurance Coverage
Behavior Analysis Certification Board
ABAI